- suv 16,954
- 770 below average
- 29,250 fair
- Redding, CA
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- 770 below average suv 16,954 gasoline white automatic
2014 toyota highlander review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Family wagon gets redesigned. introductionthe toyota highlander is completely redesigned for the 2014 model year. The 2014 highlander features familiar engines and a 6-speed automatic transmission for the v6 models. Most components underneath have been notably updated for the 2014 model year. toyota family resemblance is found on the nose and tail, more masculine than the cars and vans, not as macho as the trucks and 4runner. All rear seats fold in sections. A 2014 highlander hybrid all-wheel-drive model is the other extreme, which rates an epa-estimated 27/28 miles per gallon city/highway. In between, the 2014 highlander le, le plus, xle, and limited all use a 270-horsepower v6 engine and offer the choice of front- or all-wheel drive. When equipped with the v6 towing package a highlander is rated to tow 5000 pounds. the top models are loaded with features but even base models come with front and rear air conditioning, alloy wheels, bluetooth, usb, ipod connectivity, reclining second- and third-row seats, driver knee airbag, and a rearview camera. However, the latest safety features such blind-spot warning, rear park assist, lane departure warning and dynamic radar cruise control with collision mitigation braking require upgrading to the top models. when the highlander originally debuted, competitors such as the ford explorer and dodge durango were based on trucks while others had not yet appeared. If driving dynamics are a priority we recommending leaning to the mazda cx-9 or dodge durango, for speed the durango hemi and explorer 3. 5 turbo, for efficiency the honda pilot or nissan pathfinder hybrid. Only the pilot and gm twins offer seating for eight. The entune premium system adds navigation and app suite with hd predictive traffic and doppler weather overlay, am/fm cache radio and gracenotes. A limited may be further upgraded with the rear entertainment system 1,810); a technology package 1,400) that includes safety connect with emergency assistance, stolen vehicle locator, roadside assistance, automatic collision notification, pre-collision system with dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert with automatic high beam headlights; or a platinum package 2,490) that includes the technology package plus panoramic moonroof, heated steering wheel, and heated second-row seats. highlander hybrid limited 47,300) employs a 231-hp gasoline v6 and electric motors for a total 280 horsepower, continuously variable transmission and all-wheel drive. Features and options parallel the limited. safety features standard on all models include dual front, dual front side and all-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags, driver knee airbag, passenger seat cushion airbag, 3 latch child-seat anchors, and electronic stability control with smart stop. Optional all-wheel drive can improve handling stability in slippery conditions. High-line models get led running lights below the fog lights, while all have substantial painted surfaces under the headlights sure to attract bugs. from directly astern the truck-oriented theme continues, though the massive bumper that flares into the rear wheel opening appears 110-percent scale compared to the svelte body lines above it. There is essentially no bumper protrusion to scratch while loading, nor to stand on for cleaning or loading the roof. the rear spoiler and roof section are heavily sculpted and the roof rail cross bars sit on the body so there is nothing to tie a kayak, the odd mattress or a christmas tree to. Roof rail cross bars are an option, with fixed mounting points. The hatch glass (which opens separately on some versions) has a few fasteners on it that appear dated in this age of concealed hardware, and the spoiler edges don't integrate as cleanly as we'd expect. the side view is basic wagon with black-plastic framed wheel openings to portend highlander's off-road prowess. The longer rear door improves third-row access, though the lower roofline does not. No matter how expensive it gets, the third-row is not leather. Nor are door panels prone to scuffing or hard to clean. Thinner seatbacks, a new dash and longer exterior have added six inches to the cargo floor behind the rear-most seats. the front seats proved comfortable and easy to get in and out of. They are powered on upper trims, but none of the passenger seat options is adjustable for height and some riders found themselves a bit too tall. Rearward visibility is about the same as before and most dependent on how many people are on board. A rearview camera is standard, warnings and sensors available. second-row seats slide fore and aft, recline, fold and are split 60/40, and now offer third-row access from both sides. We found it odd with a flat floor and three-across seating that the center console has a bin at the bottom rather than more toe room for the rear-ce. Climate Control✔ AM/FM✔ Power Windows✔ Power Mirrors✔ Cruise Control✔ Air Conditioning✔ Bluetooth✔ DVD Entertainment System✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Alloy Wheels
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